Principal Engineer; Nuclear Control Systems

Principal Engineer (Nuclear Control Systems)

Location: Haydock, Merseyside

Attendance:Hybrid (2/3 days a week from any site)

Job type:Permanent / Full time

Salary: Competitive

Delkia is a specialist engineering and technology company for safety‑related and mission‑critical systems in highly regulated sectors, including aerospace, clean energy and maritime sectors. Our offer incorporates: engineering design, technical consultancy and systems integration.

We believe that engineering is not just about technology, manufacturing and innovation. It’s about the people behind it. Delkia ensures that its teams are the focus of its business through passion, belief and simply a better way of working, resulting in great outcomes for our customers. We’re also proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and invest in future talent through supporting STEM initiatives, apprenticeships, placements and summer interns.

Our Head Office is in Haydock, supported by facilities in Cumbria. Alongside these locations, we have a network of skilled staff working across the UK, forming a dynamic and highly capable team.

Come and join a company that values our people and is growing fast.

The Principal Engineer (Nuclear Control Systems) will be responsible for overseeing and managing the design, development, and implementation of systems for various nuclear projects
. They will report directly to our Project Engineering Director.

The successful candidate will ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant standards, regulations, and project requirements, with a particular focus on piping, heavy instrumentation systems, and gas handling.

• Lead and manage the nuclear engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry standards, regulations, and project requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other stakeholders to define project scopes, deliverables, and timelines.
• Conduct technical reviews and assessments of engineering reports and documentation.
• Provide technical expertise and problem‑solving support throughout project life cycles.
• Ensure timely delivery of engineering tasks within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with project specifications and requirements.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Prepare and present technical reports and documentation to stakeholders.
• Participate in project planning, risk management, and change control processes.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the engineering team and across other project teams.

• Chartered Engineer status is preferred. Incorporated engineers working towards Chartered status will be considered.
• Degree qualified in an engineering discipline relevant to nuclear.
• Extensive experience in systems, mechanical and process engineering.
• Proven experience in managing and leading engineering teams.
• Excellent understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make sound engineering/managerial decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

• Additional certifications or qualifications in project management or a related field.
• Experience with specific industry software and tools.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices in engineering projects.
• Experience working with international teams and projects.

• As an Armed Forces Covenant Bronze Member, we commit to ensuring Armed Forces personnel leaving the service and Armed Forces Veterans will be actively considered alongside other candidates. Please indicate your previous service in your application. This role has been mapped against the RN/Army/RAF career streams and is closely aligned with junior officer roles (Lt, Capt or Flt Lt) and Senior NCO ranks (CPO,…